Crispy Smoky Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers: Easy 20-Min Recipe
These crispy, smoky bacon-wrapped jalapeno poppers are the ultimate party appetizer. With a creamy, cheesy filling and perfectly crisp bacon, they come together in just 20 minutes for a crowd-pleasing treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Total Time: 25-30 minutes
- Yield: 12-15 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12–15 medium jalapenos
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 12–15 slices thin-cut bacon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top.
- Wash and dry jalapenos. Cut each in half lengthwise and scrape out seeds and membranes with a small spoon.
- In a small bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth.
- Generously fill each jalapeno half with the cream cheese mixture.
- Wrap each stuffed jalapeno half with a slice of bacon, starting at one end and overlapping slightly. Trim excess bacon if needed.
- Place wrapped jalapenos seam-side down on the wire rack, leaving space between each.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, until bacon is deeply golden and crispy and jalapeno is tender.
- Let cool on the rack for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm.
Notes
For best results, use thin-cut bacon and a wire rack to ensure crispy bacon. Wear gloves when handling jalapenos to avoid burning your hands. Let cream cheese come to room temperature for easy mixing. For a milder version, remove all seeds and membranes or use mini sweet peppers. For a spicier kick, use pepper jack cheese instead of cheddar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 popper
- Calories: 120150
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 250300
- Fat: 1012
- Saturated Fat: 56
- Carbohydrates: 23
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 56
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